Elevating Fluid Solutions for Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing

Consistent Performance When It Matters Most

Quaker Houghton delivers customized fluid solutions and expert support to the aerospace and defense industry, helping reduce costs, enhance productivity, safety, and sustainability. Our global team and strong industry connections empower our partners to achieve their operational and environmental goals.

Exceeding Standards. Together.

Aerospace and defense companies are facing challenges today like never before. With zero tolerance for defects in mission-critical applications, choosing the right partner is more important than ever. We deliver solutions that evolve with your technology and production needs. Our team can work with you—from R&D collaboration to tailored fluid management programs.

Our Aerospace Capabilities:

  • Global experience and dedicated team to provide all production fluids and expertise to maximize productivity, reduce costs, and help you achieve your sustainability goals

  • Relationships with all key OEMs and Tier 1s, enabling in-depth understanding of industry needs and approval processes requirements

  • Unrivaled references and technical solutions globally:

  • More than 100 aerospace and defense approvals

  • Long-term supply partnerships with all major manufacturers

  • New innovative product technologies meeting the demands of changing legislation and materials

Aerospace Manufacturing Fluids Portfolio

Metalworking Fluid Solutions

  • Soluble Cutting Fluids

  • Neat Cutting Oils

  • Quenchants

  • Compatible Cleaners

  • Forging Fluids

Surface Treatment Solutions

Complete Fluids Solutions for Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing

Fluids Applications—Product Portfolio:

Metal Cutting:

  • HOCUT® 4260

  • HOCUT® 4940

  • HOCUT® 795-B

  • QUAKERCOOL® 7601 BFFR

  • MACRON® SL 1443

Quenching:

  • QH AQUAQUENCH™ 251

  • QH AQUAQUENCH™ 260

  • QH VACUQUENCH™

Cleaning:

  • HOUGHTO-CLEAN™ 261

  • QH EXOMAX™

Forming:

  • CINDOLUBE®

Forging:

  • QH PRESSMAX™

Metal Protection:

  • ENSIS®

  • RUST VETO®

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HOCUT™4260 – Setting Coolant Standard for Excellence.

Developed specifically for the aerospace and defense sector, HOCUT™ 4260 is engineered to meet the industry’s exacting standards for cleanliness, precision, and reliability. Its boron and formaldehyde-free chemistry support long sump life, low foam, and stable emulsions—even under high-pressure and high-speed machining conditions.

  • Optimal machining and grinding performance

  • Excellent stability and extended sump life

  • Lower fluid addition with reduced consumption

  • Excellent cleanliness of machines and parts produced

  • Highly versatile, compatible with all materials, processes, and water types

  • Officially approved by Airbus, Bombardier, Safran, Rolls-Royce, and many other OEMs

Aerospace Fluids Applications

  • Engine components (turbine blades, complex titanium, Inconel parts)

  • Fuselage aluminum parts

  • Landing gear systems

  • Wings, empennage

  • Structural titanium parts

Complete Portfolio Solution
Complete portfolio solution

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Defense Fluids Applications

  • Small Ammunition Manufacturing

    • Drawing
    • Machining
    • Cleaning
  • Shell Manufacturing

    • Forging
    • Heat treatment
    • Fire resistant fluids
    • Machining
    • Wash chemicals
    • Phosphating solutions
  • Munition Manufacturing

    • Machining
    • Cleaning
    • Phosphating
    • Metal protection
    • Gun drilling
    • Forming products

Proven Performance with Industry Leaders

For decades, Quaker Houghton has built strong, lasting partnerships within the aerospace manufacturing industry. Our expertise and commitment to excellence have earned us approvals from leading aerospace OEMs worldwide, who rely on our advanced fluid solutions and comprehensive support services to meet their most critical fluid manufacturing challenges.

We currently provide fluid management services to over 10 key aerospace manufacturers globally, with more than 70 Quaker Houghton personnel embedded on-site at our customer facilities. This significant on-site presence demonstrates the confidence these industry leaders place in our team and our ability to deliver consistent performance day in and day out.

Through our QH FLUIDCARE™ managed services, we offer comprehensive, on-site fluid management solutions that optimize performance, reduce costs, and improve sustainability. This is achieved through correct data recording and analysis with QH FLUIDTREND™ software. Our global network of research and development facilities ensures we stay at the forefront of aerospace fluid technology, continuously innovating to meet evolving industry requirements.

QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™ Platform

Optimizing Component Production

In aerospace and defense, even minor deviations can impact safety, performance, and compliance. That’s why fluid management is crucial. We offer a real-time insights into fluid conditions, usage, and system performance. QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™ platform captures and analyzes data to help manufacturers control fluid parameters, extend tool life, and maintain quality in complex operations while meeting industry standards, boosting efficiency, sustainability, and reducing costs.

Read our case studies:

Aerospace Reducing Consumption and Waste Machinig Airframe Parts

10% Fluid Cost Reduction in Aerospace Machining with HOCUT® 4260 and Automated Fluid Monitoring

Aerospace Manufacturer Saves $150K Annually with HOCUT® 4260

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Ready to Elevate Your Fluids Solutions for Aerospace and Defense Manufacturing?

An intuitive and user-friendly portal for viewing real-time and historical fluid and process data from QH FLUIDMONITOR™ and QH FLUIDCONTROL™ connected hardware.Our aerospace specialists are ready to assess your specific requirements and recommend the optimal fluid solutions for your applications. Contact us today to discuss how Quaker Houghton can support your mission-critical fluids manufacturing needs.

QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™: Digitally Optimizing Fluids and Processes

In aerospace and defense, even the slightest deviation in process control can affect safety, performance, and compliance. That’s why fluid management is crucial. Quaker Houghton provides real-time visibility into fluid conditions, usage patterns, and system performance. By continuously capturing and analyzing data, our platform, QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™, enables manufacturers to control fluid parameters, extend tool life, and ensure consistent quality across complex operations. With QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™, aerospace operations gain the control and confidence needed to meet strict industry standards while improving efficiency, sustainability, and total cost of ownership.

Process Solutions

  • Soluble Cutting Fluids

  • Neat Cutting Oils

  • Quenchants

  • Cleaners

  • Forging & Forming Fluids

Operating Solutions

Advanced Solutions

  • Industrial Greases

  • Rust Preventives

  • Chemical Milling Maskant

SIFCO® Selective Plating

  • Surface Treatment